Save your body and time for productive work and let the "tireless assistant" do the complete job of clay production and recycling. Capable of batch mixing any combination of wet, dry, greenware, slip, slop, powder and scrap. Recycle without slaking, wedging, or constant force feeding.

Robust construction combined with innovative design makes the Pugger-Mixer the most capable studio processor available today. The Pugger-Mixer frees the operator during the mixing process, vacuum de-airs the whole batch and then empties itself in the form of compacted logs -- ready for throwing.

*Capacities vary depending on clay conditions, type, moisture, etc.**Note: For large or heavy orders that weigh 150 lbs. or more, we will advise you of the approximate freight cost. You will not be charged until we verify shipping costs with you.**

Push Button Controls (VPM-60, PM-50, and PM-100 only) The
MIX/PUG/STOP buttons are mounted forward so the can be reached from the
operator's side of the machine during loading and extruding.

High Quality, Heavy Duty Drive The industrial rated electric motor, close coupled to a gear reduction
transmission, is the highest quality available. Overload protection is provided
in the magnetic motor starter.

On Wheels (VPM-60, PM-50, and PM-100 only) The Pugger-Mixer comes with 8" diameter wheels and front
casters. It is easily transported for cleaning or storage.

Sealed Chamber Moist clay can be stored indefinitely since all openings are sealed.

Large Hopper The oversized hopper door allows for easy loading of large chunks,
scraps or dry powder.

Pug Mill Output Switch to PUG after a batch is completely mixed and the Pugger-Mixer unloads itself in the form of compacted logs.

Work Surface The motor, gear drive and vacuum pump are enclosed for protection
and cleanliness. This creates a durable work surface for operator convenience
while loading and unloading.

Vacuum De-Aired Entire batch can be thoroughly de-aired by starting the vacuum
pump when the load is being mixed. Air is removed during the last stage
of mixing, leaving an air-free, high quality product when pugged.

Variable Speed Option Allows the operator to control the speed of the motor, thus the
speed of the extrusion. This control is especially useful when extruding
small objects through dies attached to the nozzle.

Safety It is not necessary to continuously hand-feed the Pugger-Mixer
as with standard pug mills. Load a full batch, close the lid and turn it
on -- this eliminates exposure to moving paddles. The machine shuts off
automatically when the lid is opened.

Capabilities
The Pugger-Mixer is the
most versatile studio clay processing machine on the market today. It can
perform a variety of functions efficiently, transforming clay in any form
to a usable product. Some examples:

Mix moist clay from powder and water

Reclaim scrap - wet or dry

Blend two or more different bodies

Add materials (wet or dry) to an already moist body

Adjust moisture of an already wet body

Or just "wedge" a block of clay - literally warm the clay by mixing it

Vacuum Pump (VPM series only)Vacuum is provided
by a 1/2 HP double-headed rocking piston-type diaphragm pump. These new
technology pumps are the simplest and quietest vacuum sources available.
They are maintenance-free and long lasting. The Pugger-Mixer does not require
a large vacuum pump because the clay is continuously exposed to vacuum in
the sealed mixing chamber (no vacuum screens required). Once the clay chamber
is evacuated, the vacuum can be turned off. No extrusion screens to plug,
clean or slow down cycle times.

Cleaning
The nozzle, intermediate cone, as well as the auger and mixing paddles,
are removable so they can be conveniently washed off. With the mixing paddles
removed, the mixing chamber is easily accessed for cleaning. Cleaning is
necessary only to avoid cross contamination. Since the machines are completely
sealed, moist clay can be stored indefinitely without drying out.

Guarantee
Two year coverage on the whole machine; return the broken part, it will
be replaced or repaired* (owner pays shipping one way only). Thereafter
drive parts can be obtained through local hardware sources as all drive
parts are standard components.

*If, in the manufacturer's sole opinion, failure is due to mistreatment
or lack of reasonable maintenance, nominal charge may be made. Motor and
transmission manufacturer's usual warranty applies to those parts.